Doqoneey dabkaa baa!
DEnglish Translation
Foolish one, beware of fire!
Context & Meaning
A mock warning — fools rush into danger unaware
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dacartuba mar bay malab dhalaysaa
Even aloe bears honey once
Even aloe bears honey once
Dad kaa badan iyo biyo kaa badanba way ku hanfiyaan
Those more numerous or deeper will overwhelm you
Those more numerous or deeper will overwhelm you
Dameertu ma hadhsato, ilmaheedana ma hadhiso
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades he...
The donkey doesn't rest in the shade nor shades he...
Dagaal qof buu ku dhintaa, qofna kuma dhasho
War kills people; it bears none
War kills people; it bears none
Dhal aan dheela baran, dhuusaan buu barta
A child who hasn't learned to play learns to fart
A child who hasn't learned to play learns to fart
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.